Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Capital Projects The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, design, and execution of capital improvement projects across the University, from early concept development through occupancy and closeout. This position manages a diverse portfolio of renovations, renewals, infrastructure upgrades, and strategic campus initiatives while ensuring projects align with institutional priorities, budgets, schedules, and long‑term operational needs. Responsibilities Lead university capital improvement projects including major renovations, building renewals, infrastructure improvements, and new construction projects from concept development through occupancy and closeout. Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, and design and construction documents in collaboration with campus stakeholders, consultants, and contractors. Develop, review, and negotiate project‑related contracts and service agreements, including professional design services, construction management agreements, and contractor proposals. Manage project programming and engage campus stakeholders to align customer needs with long‑term institutional priorities, campus standards, and operational requirements. Facilitate communication and collaboration across the campus community throughout the planning, design, and construction process. Coordinate and oversee architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, code officials, and consultants during design, bidding, construction, and commissioning phases. Review architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings and specifications to ensure constructability, code compliance, maintainability, life‑cycle value, and alignment with university standards. Monitor project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and contingencies to ensure timely and cost‑effective project delivery. Provide on‑site project oversight, inspect project progress, communicate issues to stakeholders, and ensure quality standards are maintained throughout construction. Oversee building acceptance, commissioning, and closeout processes, ensuring project documentation, as‑built drawings, warranties, and operational materials are complete and properly archived. Develop, maintain, and improve institutional project standards, construction documentation practices, and project delivery methods. Provide supervisory oversight and leadership to project management staff, coordinating workload, supporting professional development, and ensuring effective project execution. Support long‑range campus planning efforts, deferred maintenance planning, and capital renewal strategies in coordination with Facilities Services leadership. Assist Facilities Services in day‑to‑day operational support related to building systems, infrastructure troubleshooting, facility assessments, and corrective action planning. Maintain project records, building documentation, AutoCAD files, and related campus infrastructure information. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Associate’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field. Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management, capital planning, facilities planning, architecture, engineering, or related institutional project delivery. Demonstrated experience managing commercial, institutional, industrial, or higher education construction projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. Experience developing and managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and procurement processes. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field. Advanced degree, Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), Registered Architect (R.A.), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Experience in higher education, campus environments, or similarly complex institutional settings. Supervisory or leadership experience managing project teams, staff, contractors, or consultants. Experience with deferred maintenance planning, capital renewal strategies, and long‑range institutional planning. Benefits 10% contribution to your retirement account. 22 vacation days and 3 floating holidays. Paid campus closure from Christmas to New Years. Free parking and gym membership. Free classes for employees. Full tuition coverage for dependents. Equal Opportunity Statement Denison University is an equal opportunity employer. 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